The evolution of Ferrari supercars marks a significant journey in automotive innovation, beginning with the 288 GTO. Launched in 1984,...
Ahead of its time In the world of early 20th-century racing, the 1914 Sunbeam Tourist Trophy (TT) stands as a...
During Ferrari’s formative years, there was a relentless evolution of its infamous V-12 engine, driven by the pursuit of power and reliability. As time progressed, the 12-cylinder Ferraris saw a systematic increment in displacement, culminating in a remarkable milestone with the unveiling of the 340 series in 1950. This model...
BMW 507 Debut When the Frankfurt Motor Show opened in late 1955, the principal BMW attractions were two sporting variations...
Background By the late 1950s, sports racing cars were becoming increasingly sophisticated, transitioning from traditional front-engine production-based cars to a...
1961 Ferrari 400 Superamerica Series I Coupé Aerodinamico (Estimate: $2,500,000 – $3,000,000) Highlights One of Just 14 Series I Short-Wheelbase Aerodinamico Coupes Built Owned by John Mecom Jr. and Featured on the April 1963 Cover of Car and Driver Ferrari Classiche Certified; Retains its Original Engine, Gearbox, and Differential Documented...
Background Following the October 1960 Los Angeles Times Grand Prix at Riverside, California, successful Texan racer Jim Hall had a...
A legend is born It’s quite possibly the world’s most coveted sports car from the golden era of endurance racing:...
The Ferrari 250 Berlinetta Lusso, specifically the Ferrari 250 GT/L, is a paragon in the realm of grand touring vehicles, showcasing Scaglietti’s exquisite coachwork and representing the pinnacle of 250 GT’s advancement. Revealed at the 1962 Paris Salon, it was introduced as the successor to the 250 GT PF Coupe....
First, the name “Dino” Throughout Ferrari’s history, one name remains emotionally charged: Dino. The name’s origins hark back to early...
Background Lamborghini’s Miura S, an iconic masterpiece of automotive design, was conceived by Marcello Gandini of Bertone. Gandini’s genius is...
A Piece of Automotive History We’re only a bit over halfway through 2024 and the automotive auction scene has seen some jaw-dropping figures, with classic and rare models fetching eye-watering and occasionally, unprecedented prices. These vehicles, each with their unique history and engineering marvels in themselves, generate a ton of...
The Auburn Auction, hosted by from September 1 to 3, 2022, is just over a week away. Even as we...
The iconic Ferrari 250 Testa Rossa reigns as one of the most beautiful creations the industry has ever seen. The...
Nobody could foresee the significance of the race they were about to watch when the starter’s flag dropped at the SCCA National Road Races at Pebble Beach on April 22, 1956. The season’s most prestigious race, all eyes were on the sleek Italian Ferraris that had come to do battle....
The first-generation Mazda Miata, also known as the MX-5 or Eunos Roadster, was launched in 1989 and quickly gained popularity...
Last year, at the close of the most successful World’s Largest Collector Car Auction® in history, Dana Mecum declared that Mecum...
The iconic 300 SL Roadster needs no introduction, as it is one of the most coveted and revered sports cars ever produced. This particular car is one of the most original, well-preserved 300 SLs of any type in existence, chassis 198.042.7500348. This extremely rare factory Rudge-wheel Roadster is one of...
Background The recently held “Dare to Dream” auction in Toronto, Canada, represented a wide variety of automotive milestones, specifically for...
